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Bosch starts production of 800V inverter, motor for electric vehicles

Green Car Congress

In the 800-volt variant of the electric motor, Bosch has increased the power density. This improves the semiconductors’ electrical conductivity. The next generation of the electric motor will feature oil cooling. This will make recharging faster and provide a further boost for electromobility.

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FedEx Express Canada launches first 50 BrightDrop all-electric vehicles

Green Car Congress

FedEx Express Canada welcomed its first 50 BrightDrop Zevo 600 electric delivery vehicles at an event in Toronto. BrightDrop Zevo 600 in Toronto This initial fleet of 50 electric vehicles (EVs) will service Toronto, Montreal, and Surrey. BrightDrop is manufacturing the Zevo 600s at GM’s CAMI Assembly plant in Ontario.

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These Countries Are Adopting Electric Vehicles the Fastest

CleanTechnica EVs

Electric vehicle sales have been growing exponentially due to falling costs, improving technology, and government support. Globally, 10% of passenger vehicles sold in 2022 were all-electric, according to analysis of data from the International Energy Agency. That’s 10 times more than it was just five years earlier.

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Battery Scientist Shares Her Electric Vehicle Purchasing Process

CleanTechnica EVs

Jill Pestana is a California-based battery scientist and engineer who recently shared on X that she was researching electric vehicles because she intended to buy one.

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Porsche and Audi electric vehicles recalled over insufficient battery sealing

Electrek

Porsche and Audi, two Volkswagen premium brands, are issuing recalls for 2023 electric vehicle models, including the Taycan and e-tron GT. more… The post Porsche and Audi electric vehicles recalled over insufficient battery sealing appeared first on Electrek.

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Ford Opens Cologne Electric Vehicle Center

Electric Cars Report

Ford today opened the Cologne Electric Vehicle Center, a hi-tech production facility in Germany that will build Ford’s new generation of electric passenger vehicles for millions of European customers.

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Electric vehicle fires are rare, risk for petrol and diesel vehicles at least 20 times higher

The Driven EV News

As electric vehicle numbers grow, recent reports might lead some people to fear fire risks will increase. The post Electric vehicle fires are rare, risk for petrol and diesel vehicles at least 20 times higher appeared first on The Driven. The data suggests the opposite is true.